Whispering Canyon Cafe

**TheVBs** · 02-16-2009, 06:52 PM

We booked a lunch here because I'd read that it was fun for families and that they get the kids involved in different things. I was able to print out a menu from the Disney site and the offerings look good! Just wanted to ask those that have been there... How is the food? And, what kinds of things do they do to entertain the kids/familly? Thanks!

**d_m_n_n** · 02-16-2009, 07:55 PM

We went to lunch at WCC a few years ago and had a great time. My youngest (2 at the time) was throwing a tantrum and the waiter threw straws at him. He stopped immediately (we still call straws "sissy sticks")! He also made me and DS6 a hat from a napkin and was generally pretty funny. However, we saw another family that had a different server and I didn't see much interaction at their table. If you are looking for a lot of action, I suggest going for breakfast or dinner. When we would be in the lobby at those times, the place was ROCKIN'. Lunch, while we were there, was generally pretty quiet.

**KatMark** · 02-16-2009, 09:22 PM

We did dinner in September. Service was terrible, the food was overrated (had the skillet and the only thing I could eat was the potatos; dh was the only one who tried the chicken/ribs and he ended up sick the rest of the night). We were there over two hours. We may try breakfast, but we won't be going back for lunch or dinner.

**betteratmk** · 02-17-2009, 07:50 PM

Originally Posted by KatMark

We did dinner in September. Service was terrible, the food was overrated (had the skillet and the only thing I could eat was the potatos; dh was the only one who tried the chicken/ribs and he ended up sick the rest of the night). We were there over two hours. We may try breakfast, but we won't be going back for lunch or dinner.

We're going back in March only because DS loves it. Their food always makes me sick too. I always avoid any red meat there now. I don't know if it is a spice or if they use MSG.

**jrkcr** · 02-17-2009, 08:48 PM

Other than waiting a looong time to be seated(way past our reservation time), we enjoyed the food and fun! We all ate the skillet and thought it was good, and we splurged and ordered the milkshakes as our dinner drink! And tried every flavor.

**goofy78** · 02-17-2009, 10:44 PM

Although there are a few bad reviews about WCC, I have heard for the most part that this is definitely a place worth trying out. I for one am looking forward to trying this restaurant.

**Briansmom** · 02-16-2009, 09:25 PM

Originally Posted by TheVBs

Just wanted to ask those that have been there... How is the food?

I just have one word to tell you about the food.... SKILLET ! It is yummy for your tummy!

We went at dinner and we had a great server....it was never a dull moment! It was so good that I have it planned for the trip in May and DH wants to go there TWICE!

**TheVBs** · 02-16-2009, 09:38 PM

Thanks for the replies!

Hmmmm, maybe I'll try for a dinner instead of a lunch. It will be our first day in the parks, heading over from MK.

**svarhall07** · 02-16-2009, 10:33 PM

I had dinner here last May, and it was TERRIBLE! My girlfriend and I (both 20 years old) had made reservations months earlier and had built up a lot of excitement. The dining room is split, MAKE SURE YOU GET A SEAT IN THE FRONT DINING AREA! We were put in the very back, and we never got to see or experience any of the antics. Our service was terrible, and my food was disgusting. I ordered the skillet, and didn't really eat anything. I will never go back, and I would recommend changing your reservation.

Artist Point is amazing, and very different from WCC. I know its signature (more expensive), but its worth it.

**junedis** · 02-16-2009, 11:21 PM

WCC was one of my kids favorite restaurants. We had a blast and did enjoy the food. We were there on fathers day and our anniversary. When my husband asked for a refill they brought him a 2 liter mason jar of coke! They also brought a champagne toast for us. Nice touch! When we said we were too full for dessert, our waiter insisted on having us pick desserts to go. That evening I can say they also had the straws, ketchup bottles and giant forks moving as well as pony races for the kids and one unsuspecting adult . It was a great time. Enjoy!

**IamBelle** · 02-17-2009, 06:56 AM

I LOVE THIS PLACE AND I'M PLANNING TO GO BACK!! The skillet is really good and the pasta is good to (it has a little spice to it). We went for dinner, and it was really crowded, but our service was fantastic.
For entertainment, they made all the dads stand up and do "I'm a little teapot", they also (depending on server) give you a huge drink if u ask for refills and a "free trip to the bathroom" if you finish it. ALSO, DON'T FORGET TO ASK FOR KETCHUP (EVEN IF YOU DON'T NEED IT!!)

**Disneymamaof5** · 02-20-2009, 11:57 AM

I Have to comment on this....
My husband and I had dinner there one night...we were staying at the WL and didn't want to leave, so we just wanted to eat there. Every time we were in the foyer, it was always so loud and rambunctious in there. Which is fine if you are all having a good time.

We had a good time (they got my New Husband up front to sing "I'm a little Teapot")
BUT there was this elderly man (sitting at the table next to us in there with his grandkids, and he didn't want to, or couldn't, or whatever...but they were BRUTAL to him!!! They picked on him the WHOLE rest of the meal!! They were so mean, they made him the laughing stock of the whole restaurant, and they were relentless!! IT was HORRIBLE! I felt so bad for him and his wife and grandkids.
I'm sure for kids its fun to bring the ketchup to the other tables and stuff, but I WILL NEVER GO BACK!!!!!

It was done in such poor taste. My husband and I were APPALLED!

Just a warning.

**Brownie54** · 02-20-2009, 01:12 PM

Interesting thread here. Some love it, some hate it. Only thing that seems clear to me is: "Don't go if you have no sense of humor."

**afowl1017** · 02-20-2009, 01:53 PM

Originally Posted by Brownie54

Interesting thread here. Some love it, some hate it. Only thing that seems clear to me is: "Don't go if you have no sense of humor."

You are absolutely right!

**cmshelton1979** · 02-21-2009, 02:44 PM

Originally Posted by Brownie54

Interesting thread here. Some love it, some hate it. Only thing that seems clear to me is: "Don't go if you have no sense of humor."

Having a sense of humor is one thing, but if you try to get a laugh at someone's expense and make them look bad in front of their kids/grandkids/wife/etc.... That is just in poor taste.

I do have a sense of humor and if someone tries to pick on me, you can bet I am going to hold my own and pick back ten times worse. Not everyone has my sense of humor or the ability to let it roll like I do. I did witness someone go too far and I thought that this young kid had no class for acting the way he did.

I do think its funny how if you want ketchup you are going to end up with every bottle in the house and probably more. Good thing I love ketchup!!!! lol

I wouldn't go back myself, but that is because I didn't really care for the food at all. I did like the fact that it was unlimited refills on the milk shakes though. I would steer clear of the "FAMOUS WINGS" though, I thought they were wretched, but again...just my opinion.

If you really want to eat some where at the WL go to Artist Point, my favorite place to eat at probably all of DW.

**TheVBs** · 02-22-2009, 12:46 PM

Thanks everyone for all the feedback!

We've looked at our schedule and we're going to keep it as a lunch for now. We'll keep our fingers crossed that the fun will be going on while we visit!

I was sorry to read that some people didn't have a good experience here. I'm hoping those were odd, off days at the restaurant.

I know that I would not have been able to take seeing someone repeatedly harassed for not joining in. A little ribbing is ok, then let it go!

Bummer about the wooden nickles and certificates.

I didn't know about those but they sound like really fun reminders of the meal.

I'll definitely let everyone know what our experience there is like!

**LauraleeH** · 02-22-2009, 01:05 PM

I'm glad you're going for lunch, that's the best time! We always get the "rowdy" waitress because we always go for lunch to get the pulled pork sandwiches, but the other waiters and waitresses seemed more "tame" and we'd actually prefer that. We don't go for the service, just the atmosphere and food.

**Brownie54** · 02-22-2009, 02:49 PM

Originally Posted by cmshelton1979

Having a sense of humor is one thing, but if you try to get a laugh at someone's expense and make them look bad in front of their kids/grandkids/wife/etc.... That is just in poor taste.

I do have a sense of humor and if someone tries to pick on me, you can bet I am going to hold my own and pick back ten times worse. Not everyone has my sense of humor or the ability to let it roll like I do. I did witness someone go too far and I thought that this young kid had no class for acting the way he did.

I do think its funny how if you want ketchup you are going to end up with every bottle in the house and probably more. Good thing I love ketchup!!!! lol

I wouldn't go back myself, but that is because I didn't really care for the food at all. I did like the fact that it was unlimited refills on the milk shakes though. I would steer clear of the "FAMOUS WINGS" though, I thought they were wretched, but again...just my opinion.

If you really want to eat some where at the WL go to Artist Point, my favorite place to eat at probably all of DW.

Point taken. No excuses for "picking on" someone who clearly doesn't want to play. In fact, that could be an invitation to give someone a fat lip! However, I still stand behind my statement that one should have a sense of humor if dining there.